Resume writing services

[dose]

I've recently been laid off so it's time to get my resume updated.
I've done all i feel I'm capable of doing with it and no I'm seeking a professional writing services to just do it for me and be done with it.I know the prefect resume doesn't get you the job but it at least gets you the interview.I know some are pricey but tat this point im not to concerned with price.
So any services you guys could recomend would be great.

Thanks!

[Fishheadjoe]

There really is no need to outsource your resume writing... here are few things to consider when writing a resume...
1. don't talk about your functions, talk about your accomplishments, ie, things that you did that helped your employer save time, process or money
2. Don't put an objective on your resume... it will limit available opportunities as a company may have a position that will be of interest to you, only to have your objective eliminate you from contention.
3. Try to keep it to a max of 2 pages... if possible.
4. Be sure to list any and all tools that you are familiar with, for each employer
5. Don't put your references on your resume. References are gold to you and having every company you apply to calling them, will burn that bridge for you quickly

I have been working as a professional recruiter for the better part of 25 years. If you like, feel free to pm me and I can have a look and provide some constructive criticism.
Fishheadjoe

[i_got_a_mohawk]

I don't know about having no objective, most employers and recruitment types say it's generally a good thing to have.

Also, not that it pops up often, but be aware of what a company is asking for, a Resume and CV are not the same thing (basically try and keep a resume to a page, CV to two, unless it's academic or a profession where you usually use more than two pages).

Try and cater the resume or CV to the specific jobs, generic ones aren't always the most helpful. Also remember to send an accompanying cover letter to also help with the specifics of certain jobs.

+1 to everything else Fishheadjoe has added, especially on avoiding getting ones professionally done (granted I've only seen a few examples, but they were pretty terrible)

[Jim Nazium]

^ I agree, there are so many free resources available on how to write a resume, I wouldn't spend any money on a service, especially if I'd just been laid off.

My top two tips:
1. Check the spelling, and then have someone else double-check it. It seems obvious, but I can't tell you how many resumes I've seen from college graduates with misspelled words.
2. One page is plenty. I read somewhere that the average amount of time someone spends reading a resume is 30 seconds, and honestly, I think it's less than that. Imagine that you are the hiring manager, and you have to select five people to call from a stack of 40 resumes. You aren't going to pore over each one, you are going to skim them for relevant information: experience, education, skills. Make sure that information is easy to find.

Good luck!

[i_got_a_mohawk]

Something other things to consider;

Many places take online submissions, especially with larger companies, you will find they sometimes use keyword searching software, make sure in a short personal statement and in your experience that you try and include buzz words.

Also, don't make it too fancy, more is less. Simple layout, simple fonts, a high quality print on decent (not expensive, but not cheap-almost-transparent) paper, white or slightly off white.

[jp58]

Originally Posted by Jim Nazium

1. Check the spelling, and then have someone else double-check it. It seems obvious, but I can't tell you how many resumes I've seen from college graduates with misspelled words.

This. Where I used to work (read: I) used to go through resumes or applications and throw all the ones with misspellings out.

[elgecko]

Maybe you can also also hire a company to find you a job.

[Richland123]

What I have discovered is that every resume writing business will tell you their way is the best way and you will get dozens and dozens of different ways to write a resume. There is no 100% best way and they all just want your money. Also, different businesses and different types of jobs and job levels require different types of resume information. Some want very detailed, multiple page resumes and some want short and sweet resumes. And, no resume will guarantee you an interview or job these days.

Be truthful, concise, accurate, and focus on your past career highlights, skills, experience, accomplishments, education, training, etc.

The same goes for cover letters.

[MJ5150]

Don't have one generic resume for everyone. Tailor each one to the job you apply for, adding in the buzz words from the job listing. That way you get the HR persons attention and avoid the "Shift+Delete" right off the bat.

-Mike